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The Simple No
A Three-Part Online Journalling Group
27 October to 10 November 2026

Three online gatherings with guided journalling between sessions.

An Invitation

Most of us know the moment. Someone asks, and every instinct says no.

And yet we hear ourselves say yes. Or we say no so softly, so apologetically, that it isn't heard at all.

Over time these patterns become so familiar that we mistake them for who we are. We don't just feel them. We become them.

This three-week journey is an invitation to explore the power of a clearer, stronger no.

Through guided journalling, conversation and curiosity, we'll begin to notice the different parts of us that show up around saying no, and what each of them is trying to protect.

Rather than forcing a no or fixing a yes, we'll become curious about them.

Because every part has a job.
Every part is trying to protect you.
And every part has a story.

Why Journalling?

Writing creates space.

Instead of being caught inside the pull to please, comply or go along, we can begin to notice it. We can listen to what it says without immediately obeying it.

Between our online gatherings you'll receive guided journalling prompts to explore your own parts around no, and what happens when we listen to our instinct with curiosity rather than judgement.

This isn't homework. It's an experiment.

What to Expect

The journey includes:

Three live online gatherings, 90 minutes each
Guided journalling between sessions
A private WhatsApp group for the duration of the journey
Reflections inspired by Internal Family Systems (IFS)
A simple, compassionate approach to understanding your inner world

No previous journalling experience is needed. Only a willingness to become curious.

Group Schedule

Opening Circle: Tuesday 27 October 2026
Middle Circle: Tuesday 3 November 2026
Closing Circle: Tuesday 10 November 2026

Is This Group for You?

This group is for anyone who finds saying no harder than it looks, who overrides their own instinct, or who is ready to say a clearer, stronger no with more ease.

You don't need to be "good" at journalling.
You don't need to fix yourself.

Ready to Explore Your Simple No?

If this journey speaks to you, I'd love to have you join us.